Classic Tuscan Chicken
Traditional dish · Italian
A rich and creamy Tuscan chicken dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a decadent sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. This classic version emphasizes authentic flavors and textures.
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Ingredients
- Chicken breasts4 boneless, skinless
- Olive oil2 tablespoons
- Garlic4 cloves, minced
- Sun-dried tomatoes1/2 cup, oil-packed, drained and chopped
- Heavy cream1 cup
- Chicken broth1/2 cup
- Parmesan cheese1/2 cup, grated
- Fresh spinach2 cups, packed
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Fresh parsley2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)
Steps
- 1
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- 3
Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4
Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
- 5
Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- 6
Reduce heat to low and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- 7
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon some sauce over them.
- 8
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet, stirring gently until it wilts into the sauce.
- 9
Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- 10
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
